During the delivery and in the weeks that follow, the body and in particular the vaginal area is subjected to important tests. But a few weeks after this one, the rules are back. Did you use a menstrual cup before your pregnancy? Do you want to switch to this periodic protection after childbirth? Follow our tips for using a menstrual cup after childbirth.
Postpartum bleeding must be able to flow
Shortly after delivery, physiological bleeding occurs lochia. These losses are caused by contracture of the uterus which resumes a smaller size. Post-delivery bleeding differs from menstrual bleeding. They are not only made of blood but also of mucous membrane or other secretions.
Lochia requires vigilance because, given the nature of the flow, they can in rare cases lead to infections. It is therefore important to let it escape from the vagina.
Therefore, one must turn to extra-vaginal protections during this period which usually lasts between 3 to 6 weeks and put that menstrual cup side and tampons.
The menstrual cup can be used as soon as diapers return
You can reuse your Menses Cup menstrual cup as soon as the menstrual period begins when you return to bed, or within 6 to 8 weeks after giving birth.
If you gave birth vaginally (not by cesarean section) It takes some time for the perineal muscles to get back into place and tone up again. We strongly advise you to do perineal reeducation that will promote a good hold of the cup in the vagina.
Especially since the first post-delivery rules are often more abundant and it is necessary to rinse the menstrual cup more regularly.
We invite you to consult a doctor at the beginning of your pregnancy to inform him that you are using a menstrual cup.
It is sometimes better to wait 3 or 4 months after delivery to use a cup for the rules.